Market Trends of Americas Aircraft Lighting Industry
Commercial Aircraft Segment to Dominate Market Share During the Forecast Period
The Americas region generates the highest demand for commercial aircraft globally due to high domestic and international commercial aviation passenger traffic. To address the growing passenger traffic in the region, several airlines are adding new routes and increasing their fleet size by procuring new aircraft. In December 2022, United Airlines ordered 100 Boeing B787 Dreamliners with the option of purchasing 100 more. The airline expects to take delivery of the new widebody planes between 2024 and 2032. These 100 Boeing B787s are expected to have enhanced programmable LED mood lighting throughout the aircraft's cabin. The airline implemented these cabin lighting features, focusing on a premium travel experience.
On the other hand, several airlines are retrofitting their cabins with newer lighting systems to enhance the passenger experience. Many Canadian airlines are going through the fleet renewal and expansion phase. For instance, in March 2022, Air Canada announced that it plans to add 26 extra-long-range versions of the Airbus A321neo aircraft as part of its narrowbody fleet renewal. Such developments are expected to help the region's market growth during the forecast period.
United States is Expected to Account for a Major Share in the Market
The modern airline industry places passenger experience at the heart of its operations. Cabin lighting is not just about illumination. It's about enhancing passenger comfort and well-being. Incorporating adjustable color temperatures, dynamic lighting scenarios, and simulated natural lighting patterns has influenced passengers' moods, sleep patterns, and circadian rhythms.
The demand for aircraft lighting in the US is mainly driven by the large procurements of new aircraft by leading airlines. These airline operators opt for advanced LED lighting systems to enhance infrastructure, increase customer satisfaction, and reduce maintenance costs. United Airlines ordered 50 Boeing B737MAX-8s, 150 B737MAX-10s, and 70 Airbus A321neos, with deliveries starting in 2023. These new aircraft will come with a new signature interior that includes LED lighting.
Similarly, Jetblue Airways has added Airbus A320neo to its fleet since 2021. The airline announced that this aircraft was installed with custom LED mood lighting to provide a soothing inflight experience with lighting scenarios that change with the time of day or phase of flight. Furthermore, airlines such as Jetblue Airways, United Airlines, and Delta Airlines are conducting trials with UV lighting technology to sterilize 99.9% of the virus within 30 seconds. With such developments, the market is expected to grow significantly in the forecast period.
